Five reasons to connect your camera with our 5G portable data transmitter

Wireless workflows are big news with broadcasters, videographers and live streamers. The PDT-FP1 Portable Data Transmitter is a dedicated device for video professionals that connects cameras wirelessly into the cloud, eliminating one of the biggest production bottlenecks for news and field-based content creation.?

Quick overview of our portable data transmitter

Releasing the power of your content, with instant upload?

At first glance, the PDT-FP1 resembles a smartphone with its colorful 6.1” OLED screen and Android OS. However, it is a dedicated device for transmitting data and does not support phone calls, making it ideal for professional video production with its reliable wireless communication capabilities.

Just hook up any camera with an HDMI output – and you’re ready to start live streaming or uploading files over 4G/LTE, 5G mobile or millimetre wave connections. Low-res proxy files can be uploaded to the cloud in moments, allowing teams back at base to start editing without waiting hours for crews to return home with files stored on memory cards.?

Here are five ways the PDT-FP1 can transform your own connected camera workflow?

#1 It’s made for the job. The ruggedly designed PDT-FP1 is a dedicated device for professional content creators, with a crisp, bright 6.1” OLED screen that doubles as a fully-featured picture monitor. There’s also a threaded ?” mounting hole for secure attachment to your camera.?

#2 It’s super fast. The PDT-FP1 is optimized for stable high speed data transmission in the field, with support for 4G/5G cellular and millimetre wave networks. Automatic SIM switching ensures you’re always connected to the strongest mobile signal when you’re out and about.?

#3 It’s mobile workflow friendly. Sony Ci and C3 Portal apps running on the PDT-FP1 launch as soon as you connect a camera, making file uploads to the cloud quick and easy. More over, you can download any compatible Android App from the Google Play Store for additional functionality.?

#4 It’s got great connections. The PDT-FP1 offers plenty of interfacing options for professional use. There’s an HDMI port for video transmission, plus USB connectors for data communications and power. There’s also a regular Ethernet port for the extra surety of direct connection to wired networks if you need it.?

#5 It’s always cool. A built-in cooling fan and special heat ducting system lets the PDT-FP1 keep running all day long – unlike smartphones that are liable to overheat if they’re used to transmit high-speed data for hours on end in hot conditions.??

Make the connection?

There’s lots to love about the PDT-FP1 Portable Data Transmitter. It’s a uniquely versatile and intuitive camera connectivity solution for anyone who needs to turbo-charge their wireless workflow while carrying less kit. This pocket-sized transmitter helps broadcasters, news agencies and freelance photographers share stories before the competition. And it’s a powerful tool to help live streamers and ambitious content creators build bigger audiences, fast.?

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